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Reports To: Head, Supply Chain Excellence & Systems
To drive supply chain operational excellence, systems optimization, digital transformation, data governance, performance management, and continuous improvement across planning, inventory, warehousing, logistics, and supply chain operations.
The role ensures that supply chain processes, systems, and performance frameworks support world-class operational efficiency, asset reliability, inventory optimization, and business objectives.
This position does not have procurement or sourcing responsibilities and focuses exclusively on supply chain planning, inventory, logistics, warehousing, systems, analytics, and process excellence.
Scope of Responsibility
Supply Chain Planning Excellence
Inventory Management & Optimization
Warehousing Excellence
Logistics & Distribution Performance
Port & Terminal Logistics Performance
ERP and Supply Chain Systems Governance
Master Data Management
Supply Chain Analytics & Reporting
Digital Transformation Initiatives
Continuous Improvement Programs
Supply Chain Performance Management
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Supply Chain Excellence & Continuous Improvement
Develop and implement excellence supply chain frameworks.
Standardize end-to-end supply chain processes and operating procedures.
Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Conduct process mapping and business process reengineering exercises.
Drive operational efficiency across inventory, logistics, and warehouse operations.
Benchmark supply chain performance against global refining and petrochemical best practices.
Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
Supply Chain Systems & Digital Transformation:
Serve as Business Process Owner for supply chain systems.
Drive SAP and supply chain system optimization initiatives.
Lead digital transformation projects across supply chain operations.
Ensure seamless integration between
SAP S/4HANA
Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
Planning Systems
Analytics Platforms
Maintenance Systems
Identify automation opportunities and reduce manual processes.
Lead implementation of supply chain control towers and real-time visibility tools.
Promote adoption of AI-enabled planning and inventory management solutions.
Supply Chain Performance Management:
Develop and maintain supply chain performance dashboards.
Establish KPI governance frameworks.
Monitor operational performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Produce executive-level performance reports.
Conduct trend analysis and predictive performance assessments.
Support management decision-making through analytics and insights.
Inventory Optimization & Materials Management:
Develop inventory optimization strategies.
Drive reduction of excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory.
Optimize inventory parameters including:
Safety Stock
Reorder Levels
Min-Max Settings
Critical Spare Parts Strategies
Improve inventory visibility and material availability
Support refinery and petrochemical reliability objectives through effective inventory management
Monitor inventory health and working capital performance
Warehouse Excellence:
Establish warehouse operational standards.
Improve warehouse productivity and space utilization.
Enhance inventory accuracy and transaction discipline.
Drive warehouse digitization initiatives.
Monitor warehouse performance and service levels.
Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
Logistics & Distribution Excellence:
Monitor logistics and transportation performance.
Optimize inbound and outbound material flows.
Improve logistics service levels and efficiency.
Support port logistics and terminal operations performance.
Establish logistics performance measurement systems.
Identify opportunities for logistics cost and efficiency improvements.
Master Data Governance:
Establish governance standards for:
Material Master Data
Inventory Data
Warehouse Data
Logistics Data
Planning Data
Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and integrity.
Lead master data cleansing and harmonization programs.
Implement data quality controls and audits.
Governance, Risk & Compliance:
Ensure compliance with supply chain policies and procedures.
Support internal and external audits.
Ensure adherence to corporate governance requirements.
Drive continuous improvement in supply chain controls.
Organizational Capability Development:
Develop supply chain excellence capabilities across teams.
Deliver training on systems, analytics, and best practices.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Coach teams on process discipline and data-driven decision-making
Key Requirements
Education and Work Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in:
Engineering
Supply Chain Management
Logistics
Industrial Engineering
Operations Management
Business Administration
7–10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management or heavy manufacturingProfessional certification (CIPS, CPSM, etc.) is an advantage
Master's Degree/MBA – added advantage.
Professional certification (Lean Six Sigma, CIPS, APICS, CILSCM etc.) is an advantage
Experience managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously without loss of quality
Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle or equivalent) and CMMS platforms at a user level
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite — advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook skills are essential
Knowledge of data management, report generation and basic data analysis using Excel or BI tools (Power BI, Tableau)
Functional Competencies:
Supply Chain Operations:
Inventory Management
Warehouse Operations
Logistics Management
Materials Management
Production Planning Interface
Supply Chain Performance Management
Excellence & Improvement:
Lean Management
Six Sigma
Continuous Improvement
Root Cause Analysis
Business Process Reengineering
Value Stream Mapping
Change Management
Governance:
Internal Controls
Audit Management
Data Governance
Analytics:
Data Analytics
Predictive Analytics
Forecasting Techniques
KPI Design & Measurement
Business Intelligence
Digital Competencies:
ERP & Enterprise Systems:
SAP S/4HANA
SAP MM
SAP EWM / WM •
AP IBP
SAP PM Integration
SAP Analytics Cloud
Analytics & Visualization:
Power BI
Tableau
Microsoft Fabric
SQL
Advanced Excel
Data Modeling
Automation & Digital Solutions:
Microsoft Power Platform
Power Automate
Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Process Mining (Celonis)
Workflow Automation Tools
Emerging Technologies:
Artificial Intelligence Applications
Machine Learning for Planning
Digital Twins
Supply Chain Control Towers
Industrial IoT
Predictive Inventory Analytics
Behavioral Competencies:
Strategic Thinking:
Understands the broader refinery and petrochemical business objectives.
Aligns supply chain improvement initiatives with organizational goals.
Anticipates future challenges and opportunities.
Translates strategy into actionable improvement programs. 2
Analytical Thinking:
Uses data and facts to make informed decisions.
Identifies trends, root causes, and performance gaps.
Applies structured problem-solving methodologies.
Challenges assumptions using evidence-based analysis. 3
Continuous Improvement Mindset:
Constantly seeks opportunities to improve processes and performance.
Promotes a culture of operational excellence.
Encourages innovation and simplification.
Demonstrates commitment to sustainable improvement.
Change Leadership:
Leads transformation initiatives effectively.
Builds stakeholder buy-in for new processes and systems.
Manages resistance to change constructively.
Drives adoption of digital solutions and best practices.
Results Orientation:
Focuses on delivering measurable business outcomes.
Takes ownership of commitments and deliverables.
Demonstrates persistence in overcoming obstacles.
Maintains high standards of performance and accountability.
Stakeholder Management:
Builds strong relationships across functions. Commercial awareness
Collaborates effectively with Operations, Maintenance, Finance, IT, and Commercial teams.
Influences without direct authority.
Balances competing priorities while maintaining alignment.
Communication & Presentation Skills:
Communicates complex concepts clearly and concisely.
Presents analytical findings to senior leadership effectively.
Produces high-quality reports and dashboards.
Tailors’ communication to different audiences.
Leadership & Team Development:
Coaches and develops team members.
Encourages knowledge sharing and capability building.
Creates an environment of trust and collaboration.
Inspires teams toward excellence and innovation.
Customer & Service Orientation:
Understands the needs of internal stakeholders.
Responds proactively to business requirements.
Focuses on delivering value through supply chain performance.
Maintains a service-focused mindset.
Integrity & Professionalism:
Demonstrates ethical behaviour and sound judgment.
Upholds governance and compliance standards.
Maintains confidentiality and accountability.
Acts as a role model for organizational values.
Learning Agility:
Quickly adapts to new technologies and business challenges.
Embraces digital transformation and innovation.
Continuously develops knowledge and skills.
Learn from successes and failures.
KPIs
Supply Chain Excellence:
Continuous Improvement Benefits Realization
Process Compliance Rate
Process Cycle Time Reduction
Improvement Projects Delivered
Systems & Digital:
ERP Data Accuracy
System Availability
User Adoption Rate
Workflow Automation Coverage
Digital Transformation Milestone Achievement
Inventory Management:
Inventory Accuracy
Inventory Days of Supply
Inventory Turnover- Annual Improvement
Obsolete Inventory Reduction
Critical Material Availability
Warehouse Performance:
Warehouse Inventory Accuracy
Storage Utilization Efficiency
Warehouse Productivity Improvement
Transaction Compliance
Logistics Performance:
On-Time Material Delivery
Logistics Service Level
Logistics Cost Optimization Achievement
Port Logistics Efficiency Improvement
Analytics & Governance:
Dashboard Availability
Reporting Accuracy
Master Data Accuracy
Audit Findings Closure.
Minimum qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate
How to apply
Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.
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